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Inner city & harbour · NSW 2297

Roofing Tighes Hill

Tighes Hill's cottages and weatherboards are mostly 80–100 years old, and a lot of them are on their second or third roof. Many owners now want a crisp new corrugated roof that suits the streetscape.

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Roofs in Tighes Hill: what we actually see

Tighes Hill is a settled inner suburb of Federation and inter-war cottages and weatherboards, with TAFE at one end and Throsby Creek at the other. A lot of the homes are 80 to 100 years old, and most have been re-roofed at least once, often with whatever was cheapest at the time.

We see corrugated roofs in several different ages and profiles on one house, rear additions with low-pitch sheeting that leaks in wind, and eaves or extensions in fibro that need testing. Owners here usually want a crisp new corrugated roof that suits the street and a clean set of gutters.

Typical housing: Federation and inter-war cottages

  • Corrugated profiles to suit the character streets
  • Rear additions with mismatched roofing tied in during the re-roof
  • Older homes where eaves or extensions may contain asbestos sheeting

Keep the character, fix the joins

A corrugated COLORBOND® roof in a traditional colour keeps a Tighes Hill cottage looking the part. The real improvement is in the detailing: new flashings where the front roof meets the rear addition, proper gutters with overflows, and a low-pitch profile on any skillion that's too flat for corrugated.

Tighes Hill conditions that change the job

Harbour, river & industry

Calm marine water within about 100 m, plus port or industrial air, can call for Ultra steel and matched fixings.

Colours that suit Tighes Hill: Woodland Grey, Ironstone and Pale Eucalypt suit the weatherboards and cottages. Try them on a roof →

Metal roofing services in Tighes Hill

Tighes Hill roofing questions

Do you remove the old roof or go over the top of it?

We remove it. Roofing over old sheeting traps moisture, hides rotten battens and adds weight. Stripping it lets us check the battens and frame and fix anything before the new roof goes on.

How much does a new roof cost in Tighes Hill?

Newcastle-wide rates for a COLORBOND® re-roof are about $76–$170 per m² (Sep 2026). A full single-storey replacement typically costs $9,500–$23,750. In Tighes Hill, coastal-grade steel, tile or asbestos removal and access all affect where your roof lands. We give a fixed, itemised quote after a free inspection.

Do I need COLORBOND® Ultra in Tighes Hill?

Possibly. Lysaght recommends COLORBOND® Ultra roughly 100–200 m from breaking surf or within 100 m of calm marine water such as the harbour. Many Tighes Hill homes are further back and suit standard COLORBOND®. We check your exact location before specifying, because the wrong grade can void the material warranty.

Do I need council approval to replace my roof in Tighes Hill?

Replacing roof cladding on a one- or two-storey house is often exempt development in NSW, provided the home isn't a heritage item or in a heritage conservation area. Other exclusions apply, so we confirm this for your property before work starts.

Nearby areas we service

Sources

Figures and rules on this page come from the following. Prices are market ranges, not our quotes; your written quote is fixed.

  1. Lysaght / BlueScope — When to choose COLORBOND® Ultra steel
  2. whatsthedamage.com.au — Roofing Cost Newcastle (Sep 2026 pricing)
  3. NSW Government — Unlicensed asbestos removal (10 m² rule)
Our work

Recent work across Newcastle & the Hunter

Real before-and-after photos from our crew. Tap to enlarge.

Drone view of a house with an old terracotta tile roof before replacementBefore Same house from above with a new light grey metal roofAfter
Tile to metalTerracotta tiles to metalTired terracotta tiles stripped and replaced with a light-coloured metal roof. Same house, same drone angle.
Brick home with double garage and a dark concrete tile roof before replacementBefore The same home from above with a new blue-grey metal roof and safety railsAfter
Tile to metalConcrete tiles to metalA brick home's dark concrete tiles swapped for a new metal roof, with edge protection still up on handover day.
Close-up of weathered terracotta roof tiles with lichenBefore Aerial view of the new light grey metal roof with five skylightsAfter
Tile to metalTerracotta to metal, plus skylightsLichen-covered terracotta tiles replaced with a light metal roof, with new skylights cut in during the job.

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What our customers say

★★★★★
“Newcastle Metal Roofing Solutions started working with me to do a full roof replacement. They acted quickly, were knowledgeable, and with my budget always in mind. We now have a brand new roof thanks to them and their very professional and efficient team! I recommend anyone questioning who to go with! 🏠💯”
Martin FosterFull roof replacement
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“Jason and his team of Nathan and Jake were excellent to deal with from the quote through to the completed job. I had roof replacement, ventilation and new guttering installed. The quote was very reasonable and the quality of the work was fantastic. I found them to be professional and the team of Nathan and Jake were courteous, respectful and very helpful on site. Highly recommended.”
Bryan CiriusRoof, ventilation & gutters
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“A really good experience. The inspection was thorough and gave me suggested roof replacement and an explanation of why they were needed. The estimate was prompt, and a fair price. The repair crew arrived on time, did the work, and cleaned up after themselves. They kept me apprised of their progress and were friendly and professional. Will definitely use them again if roof work is needed.”
Jane DowserInspection & replacement
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